Pan Fried Mahi Mahi with Creamy Bang Bang Sauce
Try our pan-fried mahi mahi recipe with crispy panko breadcrumbs and creamy bang bang sauce. This easy fish dinner is golden on the outside, flaky inside, and ready in about 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds mahi mahi fillets
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- vegetable oil for frying
- chopped parsley for garnish
- lemon wedges for serving
Bang Bang Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
Instructions
- If you're using the bang bang sauce, mix the mayo, chili sauce, sriracha, and hot sauce in a medium bowl or small jar. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Pat the mahi mahi dry with paper towels. Cut into portions. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs. Add the flour to another shallow bowl. Whisk with Old Bay, salt and a little black pepper. Place the panko breadcrumbs into a third bowl.
- Dip each piece of fish into the flour, then the egg, then press into the panko breadcrumbs so they stick to the surface of the fish.
- Add about ¼ to ½ inch of vegetable oil to a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
- Carefully place the breaded fish into the hot oil. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
- If you're not ready to serve, transfer the fried mahi mahi to a baking sheet and keep warm in a 200°F oven until ready to serve.
- Sprinkle with a little chopped parsley for an extra pop of color.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges, tartar sauce or bang bang sauce.
Notes
Storage and Reheating
Let the fried mahi mahi cool slightly before storing so the coating stays crisp. Place the fish in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
To reheat, warm the fish in a 350°F oven or air fryer until heated through.
Nutrition
Calories: 668.4kcalCarbohydrates: 35.8gProtein: 72.2gTotal Fat: 24.1gSaturated Fat: 4.7gCholesterol: 380.5mgSodium: 1545.7mgPotassium: 1542.4mgFiber: 1.7gSugar: 10.3g
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